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Manganotantalite and Moss Opal Physical Properties


Moss Opal and Manganotantalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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1.98-2.50   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   

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Manganotantalite and Moss Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Moss Opal physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Manganotantalite and Moss Opal chemical formula.

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Manganotantalite and Moss Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Moss Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Moss Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Moss Opal is 1.98-2.50.

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